Department: Social & Emotional Wellbeing
Location: Kalgoorlie, WA – Goldfields Region
Employment Type: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Starting from $57,500 per annum + superannuation, depending on qualifications and experience

Full training will be provided.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

About the Role

Bega Garnbirringu Health Service is seeking a motivated and community-focused Tobacco Action Worker to join our Social Support team.

The Tobacco Action Worker will support the delivery of a culturally appropriate smoking cessation program across the Goldfields region.

The role will assist community members to reduce or quit smoking by promoting and supporting smoking cessation programs, activities and workshops. The position will also contribute to community education and engagement initiatives that increase awareness of the health impacts of tobacco use and promote healthy living.

The successful applicant will work closely with community members, Bega Garnbirringu staff and relevant stakeholders to deliver engaging, culturally appropriate and accessible tobacco education and cessation activities.

The position will require travel throughout the Goldfields region, including overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the delivery of culturally appropriate smoking cessation programs across the Goldfields region.
- Provide information, education and practical support to community members seeking to reduce or quit smoking.
- Promote healthy lifestyle choices and the benefits of quitting tobacco.
- Assist with the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of smoking cessation programs and activities.
- Facilitate and support community workshops, education sessions and health promotion activities.
- Develop and deliver culturally appropriate tobacco education and promotional materials.
- Engage with Aboriginal individuals,



families and communities to promote participation in smoking cessation activities.
- Assist clients and community members to access appropriate smoking cessation and health services.
- Support community events and outreach activities promoting tobacco cessation and healthy living.
- Collect relevant program information, feedback and data to assist with monitoring and evaluation.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with organisational requirements.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of tobacco cessation and health promotion activities.

Benefits and Salary Packaging

Bega Garnbirringu offers a range of benefits to support our employees, including:

- Above-award pay rates.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free, subject to eligibility.
- Paid end-of-year business closure leave, subject to organisational conditions.
- Long Service Leave after seven years.
- Professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Health and wellbeing subsidy of up to $600 per year after 6 months employment.
- Supportive, culturally safe and flexible working environment.
- Prospect to contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of the Aboriginal community.

Aboriginal Employment Statement

Bega Garnbirringu is committed to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment and creating a culturally safe and inclusive workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

We value the knowledge, experience and cultural expertise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees bring to our organisation and the communities we serve.

Application Process

To apply, please submit:

- A current resume/CV outlining your qualifications, skills and relevant experience.
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the Tobacco Action Worker position and your interest in working with Bega Garnbirringu.

Applications should be submitted through the nominated recruitment platform

Only those applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted.

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